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Austria

Travel Guide

Experience the Heart of Europe

Discover Austria’s outdoor paradise, where adventure awaits at every turn. This stunning country features snow-capped peaks perfect for skiing, snowboarding, and via ferrata, making it a haven for winter sports lovers. In the warmer months, enjoy hiking, cycling, and kayaking through lush valleys and scenic trails. Experience the thrill of mountain sports amid breathtaking landscapes, offering endless outdoor activities for adventurers of all skill levels. Austria invites you to embrace the great outdoors year-round.

Featured STORIES

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Ski touring in Villgraten

To the rhythm of your breathing

Over thirty years ago, the inhabitants of the Villgraten valley were ridiculed. They voted against the arrival of a ski resort and therefore against big money. Thanks to the courage..
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Fresh snow!

Winter fun around Innsbruck

Of course, making kilometers on freshly groomed slopes is fantastic. But there is a growing need for less crowding and more nature. Places that slow down life for a while...
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Vibrant East Tyrol

A trip to the Alpine heartland

Authentic and vibrant—that's Osttirol. We embark on a journey to the easternmost region of Tyrol, which embraces Austria's alpine essence like no other. Imagine paddling on the last glacial river..

All Austria Stories

A hiker stands silhouetted against a solar eclipse near the summit of Rastkogel, high above the Zillertal, with sweeping views across the Alpine peaks.

Hiking and Caving in the Zillertal

Under a Crescent Sun

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Where Snow, Soil and Family Meet

SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser

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Graz, a Styrian Delight

Indulge in Austria’s Culinary Capital

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From Powder to Plate in Vorarlberg

The Magic of Winter in Austria

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Vibrant East Tyrol

A trip to the Alpine heartland

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Ski touring in Villgraten

To the rhythm of your breathing

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Fresh snow!

Winter fun around Innsbruck

Innsbruck, Hafelekar, Klettersteig

Mountain boots and stilettos

Innsbruck, Tyrol’s metropole

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Innsbruck

Ski capital number one

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Area47 in Tyrol

Adrenaline and Adventure

Austria Facts

Destination Flag

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Timezone

GMT+1 (Central European Time, CET) | GMT+2 (Daylight Saving Time)

Capital

Vienna

Languages

German (official), Croatian, Slovenian, Hungarian (recognized minority languages)

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Country Code

+43

Voltage

230V

Austria Info

Did you know?
  • About 62% of Austria is covered by the Alps. 
  • The three highest mountains in Austria are Grossglockner – 3,798 metres (12,461 ft), located in the Hohe Tauern range; Grossvenediger – 3,662 metres (12,349 ft): also part of the Hohe Tauern; Wildspitze – 3,774 metres (12,382 ft): The highest mountain in the Ötztal Alps.
  • Austria is home to the world’s biggest (discovered) ice cave, Eisriesenwelt, located near Werfen. It is the largest ice cave in the world, stretching over 42 kilometres (26 miles) and featuring stunning ice formations. Despite its impressive size, it remains relatively unknown.
  • ‘Cheers!’ is ‘prost!’ (pronounced as the ‘oa’ in toast).
  • The national drink is Almdudler, a sweetened carbonated beverage made of herbal extracts.
  • It’s customary to round up the bill in restaurants and leave a small tip (around five to ten percent).
  • Austria celebrates its National Day (Nationalfeiertag) on October 26. This day marks the anniversary of the Declaration of Neutrality in 1955, when Austria declared its permanent neutrality after World War II.
  • Noise regulations are strictly enforced, especially in residential areas. Quiet hours are typically enforced from 10 PM to 6 AM.

Plan Your Trip

Behind the huskies

With one foot firmly on the sled’s brake, you wait for the departure signal. The dogs in front of you are tramping in the snow, barking clouds in the freezing air. Three, two, one… and away! The dogs are shooting from their seats. Hold on tight, stand still and don’t let go. Not even if you fall. The huskies will stop pulling by themselves. When you let go, the span is gone and you are left alone in nature. Once accustomed to the place on the two gliders behind the sled, the real enjoyment begins. With a pleasant speed you glide through forests, over mountain pastures, along rivers. With the mountains all around you at all times. Whether you want to do an introductory course or a big tour through the winter world, in many places in Austria you will find a versatile offer.

WideOyster Journeys

We know where to go. We know the best places to stay. And we know the local partners who turn a trip into something unforgettable. That’s why when we design your journey, it isn’t just a holiday. It’s a story you’ll carry for life.

Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.

So, tell us — what once-in-a-lifetime adventure may we design for you?

Ski plus City Pass

Innsbruck is the first city with a ski pass that gives access to slopes, museums and public transport. With the Ski plus City Pass, you’ll have access to 13 ski resorts in the city area and choose from 22 lifestyle, culture and sightseeing attractions such as the Hofburg, Swarovski Kristallwelten, Tyrol Panorama, a city walk, visit to the pool and the Bergisel Springschans, designed by Zaha Hadid, like the Nordkettenbahn. The pass is available from 2 days. A 5-day ticket costs € 244 for adults and € 122 for children.

WideOyster Journeys

We know where to go. We know the best places to stay. And we know the local partners who turn a trip into something unforgettable. That’s why when we design your journey, it isn’t just a holiday. It’s a story you’ll carry for life.

Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.

So, tell us — what once-in-a-lifetime adventure may we design for you?

Holiday region Osttirol

Both hikers, cyclists, kayakers and mountaineers. Both groups of tireless friends and families looking for more affordable thrills. Whether you are looking for accommodation in mountain huts or boutique hotels in the valley. On Osttirol.com it is possible to choose from a variety of travel packages or, if you prefer, to set up an à la carte vacation.

WideOyster Journeys

We know where to go. We know the best places to stay. And we know the local partners who turn a trip into something unforgettable. That’s why when we design your journey, it isn’t just a holiday. It’s a story you’ll carry for life.

Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.

So, tell us — what once-in-a-lifetime adventure may we design for you?

Plan Your Trip

Behind the huskies

With one foot firmly on the sled’s brake, you wait for the departure signal. The dogs in front of you are tramping in the snow, barking clouds in the freezing air. Three, two, one… and away! The dogs are shooting from their seats. Hold on tight, stand still and don’t let go. Not even if you fall. The huskies will stop pulling by themselves. When you let go, the span is gone and you are left alone in nature. Once accustomed to the place on the two gliders behind the sled, the real enjoyment begins. With a pleasant speed you glide through forests, over mountain pastures, along rivers. With the mountains all around you at all times. Whether you want to do an introductory course or a big tour through the winter world, in many places in Austria you will find a versatile offer.

WideOyster Journeys

We know where to go. We know the best places to stay. And we know the local partners who turn a trip into something unforgettable. That’s why when we design your journey, it isn’t just a holiday. It’s a story you’ll carry for life.

Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.

So, tell us — what once-in-a-lifetime adventure may we design for you?

Ski plus City Pass

Innsbruck is the first city with a ski pass that gives access to slopes, museums and public transport. With the Ski plus City Pass, you’ll have access to 13 ski resorts in the city area and choose from 22 lifestyle, culture and sightseeing attractions such as the Hofburg, Swarovski Kristallwelten, Tyrol Panorama, a city walk, visit to the pool and the Bergisel Springschans, designed by Zaha Hadid, like the Nordkettenbahn. The pass is available from 2 days. A 5-day ticket costs € 244 for adults and € 122 for children.

WideOyster Journeys

We know where to go. We know the best places to stay. And we know the local partners who turn a trip into something unforgettable. That’s why when we design your journey, it isn’t just a holiday. It’s a story you’ll carry for life.

Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.

So, tell us — what once-in-a-lifetime adventure may we design for you?

Holiday region Osttirol

Both hikers, cyclists, kayakers and mountaineers. Both groups of tireless friends and families looking for more affordable thrills. Whether you are looking for accommodation in mountain huts or boutique hotels in the valley. On Osttirol.com it is possible to choose from a variety of travel packages or, if you prefer, to set up an à la carte vacation.

WideOyster Journeys

We know where to go. We know the best places to stay. And we know the local partners who turn a trip into something unforgettable. That’s why when we design your journey, it isn’t just a holiday. It’s a story you’ll carry for life.

Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.

So, tell us — what once-in-a-lifetime adventure may we design for you?

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